List of Tools in German

People in Germany love doing their own stuff with their own tools. Whether it comes to carpentry or plumbing, painting or fixing a bicycle or even building an entire tree house, Germans love to do everything on their own. And of course for building anything, you need tools. So it is very important that you learn about the list of tools in German.

In Europe, people are very excited when it comes to owning pretty much every tool in the market. The best tool making companies in the world are from Germany be it Caterpillar or Bosch. And so, Germans love talking about the different tools they use and the items which they built. So it is only fair that you learn and discuss about the list of tools in German.

To get you ready, here’s a guide for you to learn about some simple list of tools in German with example sentences and with English translation. This English translation for the example sentences will be something that you can rely on as you learn about the list of tools in German.

Topics

How to say Tools in German
Measuring tools in German

Mechanical tools or Hand tools in German
Striking Tools
Cutting Tools

Holding and positioning
Safety equipment in German
A carpenter’s tools

Different medical tools in German
Kitchen tools in German
Gardening tools or farm tools in German

Construction tools in German
Scientific tools in German
Power tools in German

How to say tools in German?

WORD: The German translation for “The Tool” in German is “Das Werkzeug”.
- EXAMPLE SENTENCE: “The carpenter has many tools.” à Der Zimmermann hat viele Werkzeuge.

WORD: The German translation for “The Toolbox” in German is “Der Werkzeugkasten”.
- EXAMPLE SENTENCE: “We sell large toolboxes.” à Wir verkaufen große Werkzeugkisten.

Measuring tools in German

How do you know exactly how much to do or what is the length or how do you measure anything. You need to be precise when making anything else it will break. Measuring tools or tools of Measurement are tools which exist so that we can measure anything. You can learn about the list of all Measuring tools in German or tools of Measurement in German below with examples for each one in German and English.

WORD: The German translation for “The Measuring Tool” in German is “Das Messwerkzeug”.
- EXAMPLE SENTENCE: “I need some Measuring Tools” à Ich brauche einige Messwerkzeuge.

English	Measuring tools in German	English Sentence	German Sentence
The Tape measure	Das Maßband	The tape measure is 3 meters long.	Das Maßband ist 3 Meter lang.
The Vernier caliper	Der Messschieber	In school, I learnt about the Vernier calliper	In der Schule lernte ich den Messschieber kennen
The Stopwatch	Die Stoppuhr	I have a gold stopwatch	Ich habe eine goldene Stoppuhr
The Weighing Scale	Die Waage	He broke the weighing scale.	Er zerbrach die Waage.
The Microscope	Das Mikroskop	A Microscope can be used to see bacteria.	Ein Mikroskop kann verwendet werden, um Bakterien zu sehen.
The Computer	Der Computer	The computer was invented by an European.	Der Computer wurde von einem Europäer erfunden.
The Calculator	Der Taschenrechner	He has a small calculator	Er hat einen kleinen Taschenrechner
The Barometer	Das Barometer	Barometer is used to measure pressure.	Barometer werden verwendet, um den Druck zu messen.
The Ammeter	Das Amperemeter	Ammeter is used to measure current.	Amperemeter wird verwendet, um Strom zu messen.
The Voltmeter	Das Voltmeter	Voltmeters are used to measure voltage.	Voltmeter dienen der Spannungsmessung.
The Thermometer	Das Thermometer	A Thermometer is used to measure temperature.	Ein Thermometer wird verwendet, um die Temperatur zu messen.
The Compass	Der Kompass	Do you have a compass?	Hast du einen Kompass?
The Clock	Die Uhr	The Clock is accurate	Die Uhr ist genau
The Speedometer	Der Tacho	The speedometer is broken.	Der Tacho ist kaputt.
The Beaker glass	Das Becherglas	The beaker glass is very fragile.	Das Becherglas ist sehr zerbrechlich.

Mechanical tools or Hand Tools in German

Mechanical tools or Hand-held tools are tools which are powered by muscle instead of electrical energy or a motor. Mechanical tools or Hand-held tools require energy, skill, strength and precision to use. You can learn about the list of all Mechanical tools in German or Handheld tools in German below with examples for each one in German and English.

WORD: The German translation for “The Handheld Tool” in German is “Das Handwerkzeug”.
- EXAMPLE SENTENCE: “My father uses handheld tools.” à Mein Vater verwendet Handwerkzeuge.

German Vocabulary: Vocabulary list for manual striking tools in German: What are the different manual striking tools in German?

Striking tools are those mechanical tools which are powered by muscle and are used to hammer down objects. Manual striking tools require a lot of physical energy and great skill and application to use.

You can learn about the list of all manual striking tools in German below with examples for each one in German and English.

Striking tools in English	Striking tools in German
The hammer	Der Hammer
The mallet	Der Hammer
The chisel	Der Meißel
The nails	Die Nägel
The drill	Der Bohrer
The drill bit	Der Bohrer
The Anvil	Der Amboss

Holding and positioning tools in German

When you are using a tool, sometimes you may need to hold down another object in place with some positioning tool. These can be something like clamps. Basically, they are mechanical tools used to hold down objects. They increase safety and accuracy as well.

You can learn about the list of all different holding and positioning tools in German below with examples for each one in German and English.

TOOLS IN ENGLISH	NAMES OF TOOLS IN GERMAN
vise	Der Schraubstock
clamps	Die Klammern
screw	Die Schraube
ladder	Die Leiter
bolt	Der blitz
Nuts	Die Nüsse
The wrenches	Die Schraubenschlüssel
The pliers	Die Zange
The cable ties	Die Kabelbinder

German Vocabulary: Vocabulary list for cutting tools in German: What are the different cutting tools in German?

Sometimes you just need to cut things!!!! You might need to cut a piece of wood if you are doing carpentry, might need to cut a ribbon if you are a mayor inaugurating a building, and everything in between as well. You cannot use a hacksaw for cutting a ribbon, can you?

There are many different cutting tools in the market to fit the correct job. You can learn about the list of all cutting tools in German below with examples for each one in German and English.

TOOLS IN ENGLISH	NAMES OF TOOLS IN GERMAN
The cutters	Die Schneider
The saw	Die Säge
The handsaw	Die Handsäge
The hacksaw	Die Bügelsäge
The scissors	Die Schere
The knife	Das Messer
The axe	Die Axt
The Switch blade	Das Switch-Blade
The Swiss army knife	Das Schweizer Taschenmesser

German Vocabulary: Vocabulary list for safety equipment in German: What are the different safety equipment in German?

All said and done, work with electricity or with any tools requires skill. But even so you will require safety equipment to ensure that you reduce the risk to an absolute minimum. You might need welding goggles if you’re welding, boots if you’re dealing with a work floor, gloves to reduce injury or if you’re working with chemicals….

This list is endless and is very important. There are different safety equipment in the market to MANDATORILY BE USED for each job. You can learn about the list of all safety equipment in German below with examples for each one in German and English.

WORD: The German translation for “The personal Safety Equipment” in German is “Die persönliche Sicherheitsausrüstung”.
- EXAMPLE SENTENCE: “You should use personal safety equipment.” à Sie sollten persönliche Schutzausrüstung

TOOLS IN ENGLISH	NAMES OF TOOLS IN GERMAN
The gloves	Die Handschuhe
The safety goggles	Die Schutzbrille
The safety helmet	Der Schutzhelm
The safety boots	Die Sicherheitsstiefel
The construction helmet	Der Bauhelm
The respirator mask	Die Atemschutzmaske
The reflective vest	Die reflektierende Weste
The dust mask	Die Staubmaske
The welding goggles	Die Schweißbrille

German Vocabulary: Vocabulary list for Carpentry tools in German: What are the different Carpentry tools in German?

Woodwork is woodwork!!!! A carpenter is a universal profession and hence equipment for carpentry is available everywhere and anywhere. The carpenter will have to cut wood, work on it and finish it.

If you are doing carpentry, you might need different equipment depending on the job. You cannot use the same carpentry tools for everything. There are many different carpentry tools in the market to fit the correct requirement. You can learn about the list of all carpentry tools in German below with examples for each one in German and English.

WORD: The German translation for “The Carpenter” in German is “Tischler” or “Zimmermann”

WORD: The German translation for “Carpentry tools” in German is “Tischlerwerkzeuge” or “Zimmermannswerkzeuge”
- EXAMPLE SENTENCE: “The carpenter purchased carpentry tools.” à Der Zimmermann kaufte Zimmermannswerkzeuge.

TOOLS IN ENGLISH	NAMES OF TOOLS IN GERMAN
The Hammer	Der Hammer
The Screwdriver	Der Schraubendreher
The Electric Saw	Die elektrische Säge
The Nails	Die Nägel
The Handsaw	Die Handsäge
The Chainsaw	Die Kettensäge
The Hammer	Der Hammer
The Saw	Die Säge
The Hacksaw	Die Bügelsäge
The Circular saw	Die Kreissäge
The Sandpaper	Das Schleifpapier
The Wood Paint	Die Holzfarbe
The Chisel	Der Meißel

German Vocabulary: Vocabulary list for medical tools in German: What are the different medical tools in German?

A doctor saves lives and you better give him or her with the best and highest quality equipment in the world. There are many different medical tools to fit the correct requirement for the doctor and the situation. You can learn about the list of all medical tools in German below with examples for each one in German and English.

TOOLS IN ENGLISH	NAMES OF TOOLS IN GERMAN
The Stethoscope	Das Stethoskop
The Thermometer	Das Fieberthermometer
The Surgical Cotton	Die chirurgische Baumwolle
The Blood pressure gauge	Das Blutdruckmessgerät
The Pacemaker	Der Schrittmacher
The Forceps	Die Pinzette
The Penlight	Die Stiftlampe
The Scalpel	Das Skalpell
The Stretcher	Die Trage
The Defibrillator	Der Defibrillator
The Surgical Mask	Die OP-Maske
The Ventilator	Der Lüfter
The Syringe	Die Spritze
The Ambulance	Der Krankenwagen

German Vocabulary: Vocabulary list for Kitchen tools in German: What are the different Kitchen tools in German?

Cooking is over 10000 years old. Humans evolved cooking into what we eat today!!! Think about it, we have hundreds and thousands of recipes in numerous flavours and textures. We make use of thousands of ingredients as well. All this can go to a waste if you don’t use the right tools!!!

There are tons of Kitchen tools in the market across the world, both mechanical and electrical. You can learn about the list of all cooking tools in German below. Memorizing the list of cooking tools in German will make your life a cakewalk because..well.. you do cook right?

TOOLS IN ENGLISH	NAMES OF TOOLS IN GERMAN
The Pan	Die Pfanne
The Pot	Der Topf
The Wok	Der Wok
The knife	Das Messer
The Spoon	Der Löffel
The Fork	Die Gabel
The Peeler	Der Schäler
The Cutting board	Das Schneidebrett
The Strainer	Das Sieb
The Whisk	Der Schneebesen
The Bottle	Die Flasche
The Blender	Der Mixer
The Food Processor	Die Küchenmaschine
The Pressure cooker	Der Schnellkochtopf
The Microwave oven	Der Mikrowellenherd
The Induction Stove	Der Induktionsherd
The Stove	Der Ofen

German Vocabulary: Vocabulary list for gardening tools in German: What are the different Gardening tools in German?

You know what the different types of gardens are, know what you want and what you need to do. The next point is what do you need to do it. There are many gardening tools which you need to do gardening. Simply put, you cannot use a rake to trim a bush.

In this section, we will be learning about the list of all Gardening Tools in German with a lot of examples thrown in.

TOOLS IN ENGLISH	NAMES OF TOOLS IN GERMAN	English Sentence	German Sentence
garden tools	die Gartengeräte	These garden tools are expensive.	Diese Gartengeräte sind teuer.
lawnmower	der Rasenmäher	The Lawnmower is red in color.	Der Rasenmäher hat eine rote Farbe.
Hedge cutter	der Heckenschere	The hedge cutter broke yesterday.	Die Heckenschere ist gestern kaputt gegangen.
hedge shears	die Heckenschere	Do you want the hedge shears or the grass shears?	Möchten Sie die Heckenschere oder die Grasschere?
grass shears	die Grasschere	Where are the grass shears?	Wo ist die Grasschere?
pruning shears	die Baumschere	The gardener purchased pruning shears.	Der Gärtner hat eine Baumschere gekauft.
hoe	die Hacke	The cow pulled the hoe.	Die Kuh zog die Hacke.
rake	der Rechen	I gave the rake to my daughter.	Ich habe den Rechen meiner Tochter geschenkt.
spade	der Spaten	The gardener says that the spade is the most important tool.	Der Gärtner sagt, dass der Spaten das wichtigste Werkzeug ist.
garden fork	die Gartengabel	What is the use of a garden fork?	Wozu dient eine Gartengabel?
trowel	die Kelle	Can we push the trowel?	Können wir die Kelle schieben?
compost	der Kompost	There is compost in the compost bin.	In der Komposttonne befindet sich Kompost.
compost bin	der Komposteimer / der Kompostbehälter	The compost bin has fifty kilos of compost.	Der Kompostbehälter hat fünfzig Kilo Kompost.
wheelbarrow	die Schubkarre	There wheelbarrow is not clean.	Die Schubkarre ist nicht sauber.
sprinkler	der Rasensprenger	The lawn sprinkler is broken.	Der Rasensprenger ist kaputt.
watering can	die Gießkanne	The watering can is quite large.	Die Gießkanne ist recht groß.
Hose	der Schlauch	The fireman and the gardener use hoses every day.	Der Feuerwehrmann und der Gärtner benutzen jeden Tag Schläuche.

German Vocabulary: Vocabulary list for construction tools in German: What are the different construction tools in German?

Construction work is the oldest profession in the world. Humans evolved into what we are by building stuff and building starts with construction!!! And what do we need to do construction? CONSTRUCTION TOOLS!!!!

There are different construction tools in the market for different jobs. You can learn about the list of all construction tools in German below. Knowing the list of construction tools in German will make your life easier since you can order what you exactly want in a shop or request what you want to get the construction job done.

TOOLS IN ENGLISH	NAMES OF TOOLS IN GERMAN
The Truck	Der Lastwagen
The Cement mixer	Der Betonmischer
The Jackhammer	Der Presslufthammer
They Harness	Sie nutzen
The Air tool	Das Luftwerkzeug
The Air compressor	Der Luftkompressor
The Plastering trowel	Die Putzkelle
The Tool Box	Der Werkzeugkasten
The Paint roller	Der Farbroller

German Vocabulary: Vocabulary list for Power tools in German: What are the different Power tools in German?

All said and done, work with electric tools and the work gets done 10 times faster. A nail gun can get 50 nails done in 5 minutes while a traditional hammer and nail set will take an hour. Also any manual tool requires high skill and strength while power tools do not require strength but great care and skill.

There are different power tools in the market for different jobs. You can learn about the list of all power tools in German below. Knowing the list of power tools in German will make you look like an actual German speaker since you know your stuff and you’re the master of your craft in German.

WORD: The German translation for “Power tools” in German is “Elektrowerkzeuge”.
- EXAMPLE SENTENCE: “Power tools are very useful.” à Elektrowerkzeuge sind sehr nützlich.

TOOLS IN ENGLISH	NAMES OF TOOLS IN GERMAN
The Power Tool	Das Elektrowerkzeug
The Electric Chainsaw	Die elektrische Kettensäge
The Electric Screwdriver	Der Elektroschrauber
The Power Drill	Die Bohrmaschine
The Air blower	Das Luftgebläse
The Air compressor	Der Luftkompressor
The Electric Drill	Die elektrische Bohrmaschine
The Soldering Iron	Der Lötkolben
The Drill	Der Bohrer

German Vocabulary: Vocabulary list for different Verbs related to the tools in German:

You have successfully memorized the German vocabulary related to all the different types of tools in German. You can now go to a German shop and buy carpentry tools, medical tools, electrical tools and what not in flawless German. But what about Verbs in German related to the tools? Surely you need to know that too right?

Now just as we learnt about the universal tools and equipment, we need to say what we are going to do with the tools.

You must use a handsaw to cut
Electric drill to drill a hole
A sander to smoothen a surface.

While you need many different types equipment, you will equally be performing different types of actions (VERBS IN GERMAN) depending on the job. You thus need to memorize the list of all Verbs in German related to the list of tools in German. Below you can find the list of all Verbs in German related to the list of tools.

The List

TOOLS IN ENGLISH	NAMES OF TOOLS IN GERMAN	English Sentence	Sentence in German
to build	bauen	Can you build me a house?	Kannst du mir ein Haus bauen?
to cut	schneiden	Cut the tree.	Schneiden Sie den Baum.
to drill	Bohren	Drill a hole.	Ein Loch bohren.
to fix	reparieren	Fix this chair.	Repariere diesen Stuhl.
to glue	kleben	Can you glue these pieces of wood together.	Kannst du diese Holzstücke zusammenkleben?
to hammer	Hämmern (or) einschlagen	I will hammer this nail.	Ich werde diesen Nagel einschlagen.
to saw	Sägen	He sawed the log.	Er sägte den Baumstamm.
to shovel	Schaufeln	Please shovel the snow	Bitte Schnee schaufeln
to measure	Messen	The doctor measured my height.	Der Arzt hat meine Größe gemessen.
to nail	Nageln	The picture is nailed to the wall.	Das Bild wird an die Wand genagelt.
to dismantle	Demontieren / abbauen	He dismantled the furniture.	Er baut die Möbel ab.
to mend	Bessern / flicken	The tailor mended my dress.	Der Schneider hat mein Kleid geflickt.
to loosen	Locker / lösen	Loosen the screws slowly.	Lösen Sie die Schrauben langsam.
to unscrew	abzuschrauben	I shall unscrew this panel.	Ich werde diese Platte abschrauben.
to fix	Reparieren	We need to fix this table.	Wir müssen diesen Tisch reparieren.
to scrub	Schrubben	The cook scrubbed the plates clean	Der Koch schrubbte die Teller sauber
to file	ablegen	File these documents.	Legen Sie diese Dokumente ab.
to paint	Anstreichen	The painter painted the bedroom.	Der Maler hat das Schlafzimmer gestrichen.
to drill	Bohren	Drill three holes in the fence.	Bohren Sie drei Löcher in den Zaun.
to renovate	Renovieren	We need to renovate our house.	Wir müssen unser Haus renovieren.
to seal	Versiegeln	The mechanic sealed the hole.	Der Mechaniker versiegelte das Loch.
to wallpaper	zu tapezieren	The painter wallpapered the walls.	Der Maler tapezierte die Wände.
to screw	Schrauben	Screw the nuts carefully.	Schrauben Sie die Muttern vorsichtig auf.

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